21. As per a recent global report by UNICEF, WHO, UN and World Bank, what is the under-five mortality rate in India, in 2019?
[A] 55
[B] 45
[C] 35
[D] 34
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Correct Answer: D [34]
Notes:
As per a recent report on released by UNICEF, the World Health Organization (WHO), the Population Division of the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs and World Bank Group, the Under-five mortality rate in India declined from 126 in 1990 to 34 in 2019.
Also, the Infant mortality rate in India declined from 89 in 1990 to 28 in 2019. The data has been published in ‘Levels & Trends in Child Mortality’ Report 2020.
22. What is the name of the new Scheme launched by the Prime Minister, related to Blue Revolution, with an investment of Rs 20050 Cr?
[A] PM Matsya Sampada Yojana
[B] PM Macha Sinchayee Yojana
[C] PM Krishi Sampoorna Yojana
[D] PM Kisan Sanrakshan Yojana
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Correct Answer: A [PM Matsya Sampada Yojana]
Notes:
Prime Minister digitally launched the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), which will be implemented by the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying.
The scheme aims to promote sustainable development of fisheries sector with an investment of Rs. 20,050 crores during a period of 5 years from FY 2020-21 to FY 2024-25. This scheme was announced as a part of AatmaNirbhar Bharat Package, to combine the achievements of the Blue revolution.
23. Which institution has directed for appointment of woman IPS officer in every district of Kerala to oversee POCSO related cases?
[A] Supreme Court of India
[B] Ministry of Women and Child Development
[C] High Court of Kerala
[D] National Commission for Women
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Correct Answer: C [High Court of Kerala]
Notes:
The High Court of Kerala has issued a set of directives to the state regarding Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO).
The High Court has directed the state to appoint woman IPS officer in every district, to oversee the cases investigated under POSCO Act. It has also directed to establish One-Stop Support Centres, in lines with the Supreme Court directions, to protect the victims.
24. As per the recent WHO report ‘Countdown to 2023’, which disease is estimated to cause around 5 lakh deaths per year?
[A] Coronary heart disease
[B] Cancer
[C] Diabetes
[D] Asthma
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Correct Answer: A [Coronary heart disease]
Notes:
The World Health Organization (WHO) recently released a report titled Countdown to 2023: WHO report on global trans-fat elimination 2020.
As per the report, more than 100 countries have to take actions to remove harmful substances from their food supplies. Due to consumption of trans fats, 5 lakh deaths per year is estimated due to coronary heart disease.
25. Which state has come out with a new Heritage Tourism Policy?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Gujarat
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Madhya Pradesh
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Correct Answer: B [Gujarat]
Notes:
The Government of Gujarat has announced the state’s first Heritage Tourism Policy. The policy permits use of historic buildings (pre-1950 historical buildings) such as heritage palaces and forts, as heritage hotels, heritage museums, heritage banquet halls and heritage restaurants etc.
Under the policy, the State Government will offer an aid of Rs. 5 – 10 crore for renovation of these heritage structures.
26. Which rating agency has stated that Indian economy would contract by 9% in FY 2020-21?
[A] CARE
[B] S&P
[C] CRISIL
[D] FITCH
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Correct Answer: C [CRISIL]
Notes:
As per the credit rating agency CRISIL, Indian economy will contract by 9 per cent in 2020-21 on account of COVID 19 pandemic.
The agency has stated that the infection is yet to peak and the financial assistance provided by the Government is not sufficient. Earlier in May 2020, Crisil had estimated the economy to contract by 5 per cent
27. Which Indian Movie has won the “Best Screen Play” award at the Venice Film Festival 2020?
[A] Hellaro
[B] Son Rise
[C] Uri
[D] The Disciple
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Correct Answer: D [The Disciple]
Notes:
Marathi language movie ‘The Disciple’ has won the Best Screenplay award at Venice Film Festival. The film is directed by Chaitanya Tamhane.
The movie describes the personal and professional experiences of a Hindustani classical singer. It also bagged the prestigious FIPRESCI award. “Nomadland”, directed by Chloe Zhao won the “Golden Lion” award in the file festival.
28. Which social media giant has partnered with Coursera to launch Social Media Marketing Professional Certificate?
[A] Twitter
[B] Facebook
[C] TikTok
[D] WeChat
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Correct Answer: B [Facebook]
Notes:
Social media Major Facebook has partnered with the leading edu-tech platform Coursera, to launch Social Media Marketing Professional Certificate.
As per a joint official release of the two companies, under the five-course program, learners are trained in social media marketing including Creating impactful content, Protecting user data. The learners are made ready for related jobs with top employers.
29. Which Ministry has estimated the procurement of rice for 2020-21 to be 495.37 lakh tones?
[A] Ministry of Agriculture
[B] Ministry of Rural Development
[C] Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution
[D] Ministry of Food Processing
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Correct Answer: C [Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution]
Notes:
The procurement of Rice for the Kharif Crop Season of year 2020-21 is estimated at 495.37 lakh tonnes.
This estimate has been made by the Ministry of Food and Public Distribution. This estimate is 19.07 % more than the procurement estimates for 2019-20 marketing season. The actual procurement of rice in 2019-20 was the highest at 420.22 lakh tones.
30. Which country has been recently elected as a member of Commission on the Status of Women?
[A] India
[B] USA
[C] UK
[D] Australia
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Correct Answer: A [India]
Notes:
India has been elected as a Member of the UN Commission on the Status of Women. The 54-member Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is a functional body of the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
Elections were held for 2 seats in Asia Pacific states, where India, Afghanistan and China contested. India won the election to secure a seat in the CSW.